Falls are the number one cause of injury in adults over 55. One out of 3 adults over 65 fall each year. Falling once doubles your chances of falling again.
Join this workshop to learn how to safely and efficiently get up from a fall and what you can do to prevent falls. This is a hands-on class, participants will practice getting down to and up from the floor; and how to safely assist someone after a fall. Spouses, partners, and caregivers are encouraged to attend together.
Cost: Members $5, Non-members $10
About the Instructor: Becky Robel is the founder, instructor and trainer at Tai Chi Iowa. She is a Senior Fitness Specialist (SFS), Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Group Fitness Instructor (CGFI) through NASM and AFAA. She serves on the Iowa Falls Prevention Coalition Board and teaches a variety of classes in the Des Moines metro area.
For more information or to register please call (515) 226-9622 or visit the Member Services desk.
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